How much does a social sciences teacher make in St. Louis?
$78,670a year
Median yearly pay for social sciences teachers in the St. Louis, MO-IL metro area. That is $37.82 an hour or $6,556 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.82
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among cities
- 22 of 51
- Jobs in the area
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $52,240Median: $78,670Highest 10%: $103,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $52,240 | $25.12 | |
| 25th | $61,970 | $29.79 | |
| Median | $78,670 | $37.82 | |
| 75th | $98,790 | $47.50 | |
| 90th | $103,400 | $49.71 |
Other cities in Missouri
Median yearly pay for social sciences teachers.
| Columbia, MO | $81,240 |
| Kansas City, MO | $64,580 |
Related jobs in St. Louis
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Health Specialties Teacher | $131,600 |
| Computer Science Teacher | $102,900 |
| Physics Teacher | $102,500 |
| Business Teacher | $101,700 |
| Chemistry Teacher | $101,100 |
| Biological Science Teacher | $97,120 |
| Sociology Teacher | $96,240 |
| History Teacher | $92,140 |
| Career/Technical Education Teacher | $87,860 |
| Mathematical Science Teacher | $83,390 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social sciences teacher make an hour in St. Louis?
The median hourly pay in the St. Louis, MO-IL metro area is $37.82 ($78,670 a year).
Do social sciences teachers make more in St. Louis than the national average?
Yes: $78,670 against $72,990 nationally, 8% more.
How does St. Louis compare with the rest of Missouri?
The median in Missouri is $76,130, so St. Louis pays 3% more.
Where does St. Louis rank for social sciences teacher pay?
22 of 51 metro areas with data.
How much does a social sciences teacher make starting out in St. Louis?
The lowest-paid 10% make $52,240 or less a year; the top 10% make $103,400 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.